EXHILARATION Synonyms: 93 Similar and Opposite Words

exhilaration

noun

ig-ˌzi-lə-ˈrā-shən

Definition of exhilaration

as in thrill

a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings the lavish spectacle results in one exhilaration after another

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as in ecstasy

a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion the exhilaration of victory that spectators get to witness at the Olympic Games

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Recent Examples of exhilaration There is another helm aft, which allows sailors to enjoy the exhilaration of the windward hull. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 July 2026 The games are known for the exhilaration of the first-person shootouts, organic open-world playgrounds, unique stories, and memorable antagonists. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 14 July 2026 But when the exhilaration of change had ceased, London was no good. — Literary Hub, 10 June 2026 Vegas Golden Knights forward Tomáš Hertl roared in exhilaration. — Jesse Granger, New York Times, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for exhilaration

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Noun

Antarctica Silversea’s first ship reimagined for polar pursuits, Silver Cloud strikes a commendable balance between expedition thrills and luxury amenities.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
Torque had to be reduced from 505 ft lbs to 461 ft lbs to go easy on the gearbox, but the regular 503 horses were all there, and the thrill of shifting yourself was enough to make up for a slight acceleration deficit versus the regular car.

— Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of thrill

Noun

Grace did ultimately swallow an ecstasy pill as part of her initiation, in which the team members call on Satan to accept their sacrifice (Grace) in order to place at regionals.

— Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 12 Nov. 2026
While searching Brown, officers found a loaded gun, ecstasy, and brass knuckles.

— Elyssa Kaufman, CBS News, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of ecstasy

Noun

After their match at this premium live event, Orton was left with a kick to his head and a bloody gash.

— Ryan Gaydos OutKick, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026
The Tomcats then won the penalty-kick shootout 4-2 to extend their magical run with a 2-1 victory over Evanston in a Class 3A state semifinal at Rockford Guilford.

— Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of kick

Noun

The joy and relief felt by Rose’s very long-term fans might well be compared to the sensation Democrat-leaning voters are feeling at the midterm results in the US.

— Sarah Mower, Vogue, 6 Nov. 2026
Thank you to everyone who shared in those nights of joy, love and resistance.

— Alex Suskind, Pitchfork, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of joy

Noun

Her feelings of elation, though, were tempered by a need to help others facing the same fight.

— Karen Borta, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
So just imagine his joy and elation when those nearest and dearest to him recently gathered to give him an epic send-off to the Sunshine State to see his favorite team in action at the University of Florida in Gainesville.

— Patrick Snell, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of elation

Noun

That pivot represents a rare about-face for a tech giant that has sought to remake the world in its own image, consumer happiness be damned.

— David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 29 Oct. 2026
The amateur is freed from the pressures of exhibition and sale, but that might just as easily breed bitterness as happiness.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of happiness

Noun

House Democrats‘ midterm euphoria came to a crashing halt on Capitol Hill this week, as two voting setbacks pierced the party’s victory lap.

— Hailey Bullis, The Washington Examiner, 12 Nov. 2026
In seconds the tingling numbness gave way to a heady euphoria.

— Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of euphoria

Noun

The painting is commanded by an umbrella pine, which arches high into the butter-yellow heavens, on the right, leaning over the heart of the composition.

— Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 5 Nov. 2026
Tasting menu guests can expect six courses of heaven, filled with handcrafted pasta, fresh seafood and elevated entrees that with linger with you.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of heaven

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